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A waterfront resort with thatched-roof overwater bungalows, wooden deck seating, and a calm sea. - The FloatHouse River Kwai (Sai Yok)
A row of thatched-roof cottages with warm lighting, set against a backdrop of dense forest and a calm lake. - The FloatHouse River Kwai (Sai Yok)
A hotel room with four beds, each with a canopy, wooden furniture, and a view of greenery outside. - The FloatHouse River Kwai (Sai Yok)
A spa area with wooden floors, multiple massage tables, and a high ceiling with a skylight. - The FloatHouse River Kwai (Sai Yok)
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, hanging wicker lamps, and a view of a river. - The FloatHouse River Kwai (Sai Yok)
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Upscale boutique hotel by the river

Take advantage of a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a garden at The FloatHouse River Kwai. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like rafting and rowing/canoeing at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and boat tours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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A wooden deck with a thatched roof, overlooking a body of water.

Villa (Floating with Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two beds, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

Villa (Floating with Dinner+ Breakfast )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Sai Yok, The FloatHouse River Kwai is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pae Nuntana is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Erawan National Park and Sai Yok National Park Entrance. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and ziplining, or hop on a free bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Sai Yok travel guide
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55 Moo 5, Tambol Wangkrajae, Sai Yok, Kanchanaburi, 71150

What's nearby

  • A steel bridge over a river with a boat docked at the pier.
    Khwae Noi River
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A natural water body with a waterfall and rocky terrain.
    Erawan National Park
    34 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • A waterfall cascading into a turquoise pool surrounded by lush greenery.
    Sai Yok Noi Waterfall
    36 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Sai Yok National Park Entrance
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kaeng Lawa Cave
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ห้องอาหาร "แคแสด
    1 min walk
  • Float Restaurant
    12 min walk
  • ห้องอาหาร@โฮมพุเตย
    49 min drive
  • Taramind Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • ครัวเจ๊แต้ว
    34 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: THB 450 for adults and THB 350 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Rafting
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: THB 3000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must transfer to the property via boat; upon arrival at Phutakian Pier (GPS N 14.281035, E 99.000796) guests will be transferred by a traditional wooden long-tailed boat to the hotel. Joint Boat schedule: Departures from Phutakian Pier and from the FloatHouse River Kwai run every 30 minutes from 8 AM-6 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 2950.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately THB 450 for adults and THB 350 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: THB 4800 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: THB 4800 (one-way)
  • Late check-out fee: THB 3000 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 2950.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The FloatHouse River Kwai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The FloatHouse River Kwai?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at The FloatHouse River Kwai?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for THB 3000 (subject to availability).

Does The FloatHouse River Kwai provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of THB 4800 per vehicle applies.

Where is The FloatHouse River Kwai located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this boutique hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Khwae Noi River, Kaeng Lawa Cave, and Sai Yok National Park Entrance. Sai Yok Noi Waterfall and Erawan National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The FloatHouse River Kwai Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 280 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff, beautiful rooms, outstanding restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and very relaxing. Wish we stay longer. Will come back again next time we come to Thailand
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A very well constructed facility. Accommodation was first class and was exceeded only by you superb staff. Dining facilities and meals were top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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An unforgettable experience

Couldn't fault our stay. Great value and extremely relaxed setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is as good as the pictures. Immersed in nature on the river you hear birdsong and can swim in the river. The restaurant serves good food and the staff are friendly. Stay more than one night though. Most people come all this way and do t get to properly enjoy it. We stayed three! You can use the pool at the sister property next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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So peaceful! Beautiful bungalows floating on an amazing river. The staff are superb, helpful and pleasant. I'd absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely perfect place. The staff the scenery and the internet are good. Have a minibar with snacks. Food is pretty good and one of my favorite places in thailand.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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100% nature

Totally amazing. And really nice to use the facilities at the sister hotel nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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a unique property and we had our best 4 nights holiday - every room has a river front with a porch to relax - The food at the restaurant was good and staff was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Floating paradise

The Floathouse on River Kwai is nothing less than a floating paradise. So amazing, beautiful nature, lovely food, romantic cabins, careing staff who went beyond to help with everything. We did not want to leave this heavenly place. THANK YOU.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a very special y property - we loved our stay! Our driver dropped us at Phutakien Pier and the long tail boat was already there, they are transferring guests to the resort regularly in the afternoon . Lots of free drinks and food in fridge. Nice restaurant. No mosquitoes in December. Nice pool at sister resort 5 mins walk away - you can return for free to the float house from the pier. Beutiful room and was very quiet. Reasonably priced massages.
Sister property pool 5 mins walk behind resort
Longtail transfer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good.

Very good stay, beautiful hotel and rooms. The restaurant is also good. Massage very expensive, then I don't expect to have to lie on the sweaty towel of a previous customer, really a no-go. Furthermore, this resort is definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful resort - don’t miss it!

A truly fantastic place. A wonderful setting, with excellent rooms and so, so relaxing. Great spa facilities and such lovely staff across the resort. Catering for so many people meant some of the dishes were slightly westernised, but totally understandable. Would 100% recommend this place. Also, some genuine commitments to sustainability which is fantastic as without nature, this place wouldn’t exist.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A very exciting and unique experience!! You are taken to the hotel on a long boat and the entire hotel is floating on pontoons. Rooms are very nice, large, and they each have their own balcony right on the river. The food in the restaurant was very good which is important since there are no other restaurants. You can take the boat back to the dock and visit many places for the day including the bridge over the river Kwai.
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing experience, we could not recommend more! While the property is very remote, it is worth the extra effort to get there since it is so beautiful. The hotel staff and locals make it easy to transport there as well, it just takes a bit more time than staying on the main land. Jumping in the river from your own bungalow and floating down was so fun and a visit to Erawan falls national park is a must. Would recommend for both nature lovers and someone who enjoys relaxing in a beautiful and unique scenery. Definitely worth the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We spent two nights at the Floathouse River Kwai. Our room was stunning, and we spent hours on our deck, enjoying the peaceful beauty of the river. From check in to departure, every staff member we encountered was courteous and strove to make our experience memorable. The food in the restaurant was excellent (we ate there 5x). The Floathouse offers many different excursions and activities, but my favorite times were spent just sitting on the deck, enjoying the sunshine and watching the river. The sound of the river moving under our Floathouse was soothing and the bed was super comfortable. For an incredibly unique experience, I highly recommend Floathouse River Kwai.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxury at affordable rates in a unique location

Fantastic place, definitely worth the (long) drive up the River Kwai. We only spent 1 night due to a tight driving itinerary — self-driving works well in this part of Thailand — but could have stayed 2-3. Very relaxing place, more things to do in the area and at the hotel than we had thought. Had we known that you can reach the hotel by longtail-boat, we would probably have left the car somewhere and transferred to the boat. Like this we were just woken up by the boat traffic on the river — the only notable downside of the Float House. Anyway, we warmly recommend this place to everyone who likes luxury at affordable rates in unique locations!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed two nights at the Floathouse hotel over the river Kwai. It was a great experience overall. The hotel room has appropriate facilities as advertised. There was no pool but you can take a quick walk to the sister hotel Resortel to use the pool there. The environment was very quite and calming. The river Kwai is so beautiful when it rains. A variety of activity can be done but you have to pay additional fees for most of them. The restaurant has a number of menu (both Thai and Western food) and the taste was above average I would say. The staff were friendly and helpful (shoutout to Tony!). All in all, we enjoyed our stay there and would come back when circumstances met.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful relaxing stay enjoying the peaceful calm of the River Kwai.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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GREAT PLACE!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the integration of the hotel with nature
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Would liked to have a small mini-matt of some sort, on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026